News Archive: Environment
At Mother Nature’s mercy, dry conditions impacting Kentucky farmers
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 22, 2023
Most of Kentucky is officially "abnormally dry." U.S. Drought Monitor
Kentucky Water Resources Institute annual symposium is Sept. 15
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 31, 2023
Registration deadline is Sept. 8
Reviving pollinators: How a University of Kentucky professor offers hope
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 9, 2023
A University of Kentucky researcher is dedicating a significant portion of her career safeguarding a crucial component of the Earth's ecosystem.
Kentucky horse farm managers need to purchase grass seed for fall pastures now
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 8, 2023
Novel endophyte tall fescue varieties are harder to find.
James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits opens distillery and maturation facility on University of Kentucky campus
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 7, 2023
Brownfield Bootcamp Workshop empowers local communities
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 3, 2023
With the help of the Brownfield Bootcamp, citizens can gain insights into how to catalyze local transformation and growth.
Unlock the potential of your woodlands with the Kentucky Woodland Owners Short Course
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 30, 2023
UK's course offers numerous opportunities for woodland owners and those with an interest in the state’s woodlands, wildlife and natural resources.
Historic $100-million gift will catapult UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Published on May. 25, 2023
Gatton’s impact on the University of Kentucky exceeds $180 million. He is the university’s single largest donor.
UK, USDA break ground on new forage research building
Published on May. 23, 2023
The new facility housing the Forage-Animal Production Research Unit is targeted for completion in 2026
USDA Innovation Grant bale grazing study yielding positive results in Kentucky
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on May. 19, 2023
"Bale grazing is a winter-feeding method where we set bales out directly on pasture and feed in a planned, controlled manner." Greg Halich